Around the City

Parks & Recreation invites the public to bring family and friends for a leisurely stroll on a ½ mile paved walking trail while taking in the sights and sounds of the Christmas season. Christmas in the Park, celebrated annually at Arnette Park, will be held this year from Dec. 6 through 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. Click here for more information.

The Houston Astros unveiled the Fayetteville Woodpeckers as their new Class A Advanced minor league affiliate, located in Fayetteville, N.C. Thanks to insight gleaned in town hall meetings, online surveys and one-on-one conversations with residents, the Woodpeckers brand celebrates the core characteristics of the city, its natural beauty and proud community. For more information, click here.

Excitement is building as construction is now underway on the new Fayetteville Baseball Stadium & Entertainment Venue project. Following a groundbreaking that was hosted by the City of Fayetteville and the Houston Astros last August, construction crews for Barton Malow have been working full speed ahead to ensure successful completion by opening day of the 2019 season. Click here for more information.

The City's mobile app helps residents access City-related information in a very user-friendly format using their smart phones. Residents are encouraged to download the City app, titled Fayetteville NC, available for free in the Apple App Store for iPhones and Google Play for Android devices.